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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of the book, why does Aschenbach take a walk?
(a) To meet a friend.
(b) To clear his mind.
(c) To buy groceries.
(d) To pick flowers.

2. Aschenbach is the only _______ left in Venice.
(a) Old man.
(b) German.
(c) Tourist.
(d) Writer.

3. What is Aschenbach's father's profession?
(a) A salesman.
(b) An actor.
(c) A teacher.
(d) An official.

4. Aschenbach frequently watches Tadzio at the _______.
(a) Theater.
(b) Beach.
(c) Cafe.
(d) Zoo.

5. Why does Aschenbach want to stay with Tadzio through the quarantine?
(a) They will be brought closer together.
(b) He can kidnap him in the chaos.
(c) They can save people who are dying.
(d) They will die together.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Aschenbach been sick?

2. What season is it at the beginning of "Death In Venice?"

3. Aschenbach becomes excited by the ________ of stalking Tadzio.

4. As Aschenbach's fixation on Tadzio increases in Part Four, what classical figures does he have a vision of?

5. The man at the chapel has _____ teeth.

(see the answer key)

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